Lost Barrel

2012 Maule Valley Carignan 45% Cabernet Franc 30% Petite Verdot 25%

Oveja Negra Lost Barrel is a captivating red wine hailing from the renowned Maule Valley, showcasing an intriguing blend of Carignan, Cabernet Franc, and Petite Verdot. This vintage from 2012 presents a medium-bodied character, coupled with a high acidity that invigorates the palate and adds a refreshing brightness to each sip. The fruit intensity is notably prominent, offering luscious flavors of dark cherry and ripe plum, intertwined with subtle hints of smoke and earthiness. The tannins are firm yet refined, providing structure and depth to the wine while enhancing its ability to age gracefully. As a dry wine, it allows the fruit and oak nuances to shine through, making it a delightful companion for a variety of dishes.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Blackcurrant

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:

Grilled Meats, Beef Bourguignon, Lamb Chops

Region:

Maule Valley

When it comes to well-balanced reds of great value, Chile's Maule Valley is hard to beat. The southernmost part of Chile's Central Valley, Maule is a large sub-region with many microclimates and soil types. The Maule River and the nearby Pacific Ocean both greatly influence its climate. Maule was one of the first places in Chile planted with grapevines. It is famed today for its 100-year-old Carignan vines and the densely sumptuous wines they produce. More typical, however, are its powerful Cabernet Sauvignon, spicy aromatic Carménère and plush Merlot reds. For whites, check out Maule's cheery Sauvignon Blanc and rounded Chardonnay. Chile’s Denominación de Origen (DO) classification system focuses on separating wines by the physical location of origin. To use the DO classification on a label, a producer must have pulled 85 percent of the fruit used in a wine from a defined regional location. The DO system names wine regions in the country from north to south.

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